The Implacable Hunter

The Implacable Hunter
Author: Gerald Kersh
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2013-11-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0571304532

'[This] is the story of the beginning and the end of St Paul, that most complicated and worrying of all the saints. The narrator is Diomed, a colonial officer stationed at Tarsus, enlightened, intelligent, a great fraterniser with the patrician natives, [who] sends the strange young Jew to persecute the Nazarenes... [Kersh brings] a highly concentrated area of Roman colonial history to very real life - the ornate wine-cup, the crapulous cold fruit-juice at dawn, dust on a sandal... King Jesus is here, all the time... the fly-itch nuisance to the Empire that wakes its prefects up in nightmare... This is a masterly book, full of live people and a live age, live language, too... We may adjudge Mr Kersh, after reading The Implaccable Hunter, to be now at the height of his powers.' Anthony Burgess, Yorkshire Post, 1961

The Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel of Matthew
Author: William Barclay
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 492
Release: 1968
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9780664237769

Hunting Down Amanda

Hunting Down Amanda
Author: Andrew Klavan
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2011-11-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1453234284

A freak plane crash sets off a chase for a little girl with strange powers in this “stay-up-all-night” thriller from an Edgar Award–winning author (USA Today). Amanda is playing in the backyard when the plane explodes overhead. As metal, fire, and bodies rain down on her small town, the little girl wanders off. Houses on either side explode as she toddles away from the carnage, across the park, and into the woods. When her mother finds her, Amanda is asleep in the arms of a mysterious man. Carol takes her daughter and flees for her life, afraid not of the hell their town has become, but of what might happen if her daughter is found. Little Amanda is blessed with the power to heal the sick, and there are powerful people who want to find out where her mysterious ability comes from. After the crash, Carol and her daughter flee to New York, where one mother’s love is all that stands between Amanda and the forces of evil.

The Prairie Flower A Tale of the Indian Border

The Prairie Flower A Tale of the Indian Border
Author: Gustave Aimard
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2024-01-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9362204762

"The Prairie Flower: A Tale of the Indian Border" by Gustave Aimard is a thrilling Western adventure novel that transports readers to the untamed frontier of the Wild West. With Gustave Aimard's masterful storytelling, this gripping tale delves into the rugged landscapes of the prairie, where danger lurks around every corner and survival is a constant struggle. Against the backdrop of the vast and unforgiving frontier, readers follow the journey of the titular character, The Prairie Flower, as she navigates the complexities of life on the Indian border. Amidst conflicts between settlers and Native Americans, Aimard weaves a tale of romance, courage, and perseverance that captivates the imagination. As the characters face the challenges of frontier life, they embark on a journey of exploration and self-discovery, encountering danger, betrayal, and unexpected alliances along the way. With action-packed scenes and vivid descriptions of the Wild West, Aimard brings the landscape to life, immersing readers in a world of adventure and excitement. "The Prairie Flower" is a thrilling Western novel that combines elements of romance, conflict, and survival, making it a captivating read for fans of frontier fiction and adventure.

The Gold-Seekers: A Tale of California

The Gold-Seekers: A Tale of California
Author: Gustave Aimard
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The Gold-Seekers: A Tale of California is a story by Gustave Aimard. Aimard was the author of numerous books about Latin America and the American frontier. Excerpt: "In Mexico things are very different. On the few high roads formerly constructed by the Spaniards, and which the neglect of the different governments that succeeded them has left in such a state that they will soon disappear completely, there stand, at long distances from each other, vast buildings which resemble fortresses, for they are nearly all surrounded by embattled and loopholed walls."

Novus: A Story of Bravery - Part 1

Novus: A Story of Bravery - Part 1
Author: Harold Ferraz
Publisher: Harold Ferraz
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2023-06-13
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

"Novus: A Story of Bravery - Part 1" is a fantasy novel set in a magical world filled with mysteries, adventures, and moral challenges. Readers will be transported to the planet Novus, which is inhabited by a diverse range of intelligent beings from different species who interact with each other. Novus is a place full of excitement and adventure, where one can explore intense conflicts, political and philosophical controversies, and ruthless ethical dilemmas among nations. These convictions lead us to enigmatic discussions such as "What is the boundary between life and machine?" and "To what extent can you remove parts of your body and still be considered yourself?" These inquiries are addressed as we embark on an incredible journey through the fauna and flora that shape the diverse exotic and lush landscapes of Novus.